Lando Norris was seen embracing his girlfriend Margarida Corceiro in a celebratory moment after securing the Formula 1 championship. He shared kisses and hugs with the Portuguese model before heading to the podium to mark his victory over rivals Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Norris clinched the title by finishing third at the Yas Marina Circuit, maintaining his 12-point lead over Verstappen. Despite briefly losing second place to Piastri, Norris held his position to claim the championship.
Amidst late pressure from Charles Leclerc, Norris maintained his composure as he drove his Ferrari to victory, crossing the finish line in tears of joy. He expressed gratitude to his team over the radio, thanking them for making his dreams come true.
Following the race, Norris embraced his parents and girlfriend, Corceiro, in an emotional moment. Their relationship, which was made public earlier in the season after years of being on-and-off, garnered attention due to Corceiro’s public presence.
Corceiro addressed the attention, stating that she does not seek the cameras’ focus and is often unaware of being recorded. Norris, overwhelmed by his achievement, expressed his emotions, thanking his team, family, and competitors for their support throughout the season. He highlighted the challenging journey with McLaren and expressed pride in bringing success to the team after nine years of dedication.